Bruce Sanburn
April 10, 2010
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Bruce Sanburn, 60, died peacefully Saturday evening, April 10, 2010 at Iowa Health Hospice Taylor House in Des Moines. Visitation will be 5:00-8:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 14 at the Mitchellville Community Center. The funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 15, 2010 at Altoona United Methodist Church.
Bruce was born August 13, 1949 in Des Moines to Norma and William Sanburn. He did two tours in the National Guard. He was a member of the Mitchellville United Methodist Church, Pheasants Forever, Buckmasters, Whitetails Unlimited, National Wild Turkey Federation, Iowa Bowhunters Association, Mid-Iowa Archers, Pope and Young Club, and the Boone and Crockett Club.
Bruce loved life! He was full of joy. He cared most for his family and was a devoted husband and father as well as a beloved Papa to his grandsons. Bruce had a passion for the outdoors and spent many hours fishing, hunting, gardening and just watching nature. He was a master carpenter and woodcarver who created many, many beautiful things. He also created many beautiful relationships with family and friends.
Bruce is survived by his loving wife Jeri; his son, David; his daughter Beth (Heath) Sollars; his grandsons Zachary and Blake Sollars; twin grandsons due to arrive this summer; and his dog, Boo. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Dan.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Mitchellville United Methodist Church or the Mitchellville Community Center in loving memory of Bruce.
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Edward Moller
04/15/2010
Mrs. Sanburn
My condolences to you and your family.
Edward Moller
Lori, Haley, Hansen, and Harrison Vermie
04/15/2010
Jeri -
We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lori, Haley, Hansen, and Harrison
Russell & Marilyn Juhl
04/14/2010
Please accept our sympathy and our prayers.
Jolene Reid
04/14/2010
Jeri and family, Wishing you and your family strength and peace..You're in my thoughts, my heart, and my prayers. Jolene
Jolene Reid
04/14/2010
Jeri & Family..Have hope in tomorrow, have faith in the everlasting, and take comfort in the love of family and friends..You're in my thoughts. Jolene
Ashley Boffeli
04/13/2010
Jeri and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You are all in my prayers.
Lonnie Myklebust
04/13/2010
Jeri, David, Beth and family:
Love and prayers from our family in Norway to you.
Bruce's infectious laughter and kindness will be with me always as fond memories of someone I respected and appreciated.
Chris Fenimore
04/13/2010
Jeri and family,
As you know, Bruce and I went way back to childhood. I'll never forget all of the great times we had together in scouting, athletics, the outdoors and much more. Bruce was truly a fine man and I am grieving with you and for you.
Chris Fenimore
Terre Haute, Indiana
Rebecca, Phil and Joel Carver
04/13/2010
Dear Jeri, David, Beth and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you-- we have fond memories of your family and of Bruce. We were remembering at breakfast the day that Bruce came to the parsonage to pick up the piano as a gift for you, Jeri. He was like a kid in a candy shop-- so excited with what he was about to do. I currently work as a hospice chaplain in Iowa City so was pleased to see that Bruce was in hospice care at his death-- they will continue to provide care for you through the next year-- or longer. Know that we are thinking of you and remembering Bruce-- his love for life and his joy for his family.
In Christ,
Rebecca, Phil and Joel Carver
BJ, Kristy, and Emily
04/12/2010
Bruce always said "Good Morning" with a smile,no matter what time it was. He was so much more than a friend, he was a mentor. It was truly a blessing to have him in our life. He will be missed more than you know. All our love to Jeri and the kids. BJ, Kris and Em
the Gravitt's
04/12/2010
Mrs Sanburn you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark Shari Nikki and Kali Gravitt
Ervin, Pam, Mark Wagner & Family
04/12/2010
From all of us at Archery Field & Sports our condolences. God Bless Your Family.
Nancy Deets Powlen
04/12/2010
Dearest Jeri,
Ron Pinegar let me know of Bruce's passing last night. My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family in the loss of an amazing person. My God's loving arms comfort you and bring you peace during this time of loss. Remember God loves you.
Most sincerely,
Nancy
Ron Pinegar
04/12/2010
What a friendship! Even though we saw each other very little the last few years, Bruce was like a member of the family in the sense that every conversation was simply an extension of the last one, no time lost. I have loved him as a friend for as many years as I have respected him as a brother. You are all still in our prayers.
Ron and Connie......